IRMO, SC — The Town of Irmo is proud to announce Finance Director Lisa Hancock as the Employee of the Quarter. Since joining the municipal team, Hancock has transformed the town’s financial operations through a commitment to transparency, precision, and modern fiscal management.
In her short tenure, Hancock has already made a lasting mark on the department. Her primary focus has been on ensuring the highest level of integrity in the town’s financial reporting. Under her leadership, the Town of Irmo achieved a completely clean audit in her first year – a significant milestone that reflects her rigorous attention to detail.
Hancock’s approach involves more than just reporting numbers; she has led a comprehensive “deep dive” into the town’s internal processes to ensure every dollar is protected.
Her initiatives have focused on:
- Robust Compliance: Implementing multiple layers of documentation for vendor information and contracts.
- Fiscal Oversight: Strengthening internal controls for banking and municipal investments.
- Process Efficiency: Streamlining reporting timelines to ensure data is both timely and actionable.
While her technical expertise has fortified the town’s finances, it is Hancock’s tireless work ethic that has captured the admiration of her peers. Often found in the office late into the evening or on weekends, she has become a model of public service dedication.
“Lisa is an incredibly hard worker who leads by example,” noted a town official. “But beyond the numbers, she’s friendly, kind, and always willing to help anyone. Working with her is a true pleasure, and we feel privileged to have her on our team.”
The Employee of the Quarter award recognizes staff members who go above and beyond their job descriptions to improve the town’s operations and workplace environment. For the Town of Irmo, Lisa Hancock represents the perfect balance of professional excellence and a supportive, helpful spirit.
The town leadership and her colleagues congratulate her on this well-deserved honor and look forward to her continued success in managing the town’s financial future.
